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Kona Reef, Big Island

Kona Reef is an oceanfront condo resort in Hawaii, offering a local-style ambiance and a convenient in-town location within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, bars, and entertainment. The resort features an oceanfront saltwater pool, jacuzzi, BBQ grills, outdoor dining pavilion, and a well-maintained tropical common area with security patrols. Guests can enjoy the public beach right next door for swimming, snorkeling, and surfing, as well as the nearby Honl's Beach, one of the best white sandy beaches on the Kona Coast.

The resort provides ample parking options, including a rooftop parking area, street-level outdoor parking, and two underground levels of a covered parking garage. Kona Reef is not only close to Kona Town's attractions but also just one mile from the Ironman pier and two miles from the best snorkeling in Kona. With its oceanfront amenities, convenient location, and proximity to various activities, Kona Reef is an ideal destination for vacationers seeking a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Hawaii.

    Kona Reef Quick Facts:


  • Address: 75-5888 Ali‘i Dr,Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
  • Property Size: ~3.1 acres (130 units)
  • Reviews: 4.76 / 5.0 (from 3820 reviews)
  • Average Price: $432/night for 1 bedroom units
  • Rentals: Kona Reef Vacation Rentals

The Top 8 Highest Rated Rentals at Kona Reef

Kona Reef Average Rates


As of October 2026, the average price of a 1 bedroom unit at Kona Reef is $432. The average price of a 2 bedroom unit is $607. These averages include Hawaii's 18% accommodation tax as well as the cleaning and booking fees rentals charge. Also note that prices vary depending on the specifc unit and season (holiday rates are usually higher). Visit the Kona Reef Rentals page to see specific unit prices for your dates.

What Do Guests Think? An Analysis of 1000 Guest Reviews


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The following executive summary is based on a comprehensive and impartial AI analysis of guest reviews. Keep in mind that all units are individually owned, and review scores among units can vary considerably.

Travelers rave about Kona Reef’s oceanfront setting and walk-to-everything location. Most describe spending sunrise to sunset on the lanai watching surfers, boogie boarders, outriggers, dolphins and seasonal whales, with the sound of waves as a constant backdrop and postcard sunsets each night. The pool, hot tub and BBQs sit right by the water, there’s a grassy oceanfront lawn with loungers, and Honl’s Beach next door adds a lively, local vibe. Being a short stroll from Kailua-Kona’s restaurants, shops, and the pier is a major plus and makes this a convenient home base for exploring the Big Island.

Units are individually owned, but many guests find them clean, comfortable and impressively well stocked—full kitchens, in‑unit washer/dryers, beach gear (chairs, umbrellas, coolers, snorkel sets), and thoughtful extras. Quite a few condos have been nicely remodeled, beds are often noted as comfy, and hosts are frequently praised for fast, friendly communication. Parking is included and generally easy, though spaces can be tight or fill late. Overall, repeat stays and “would book again” comments are common.

Themes to know: this is an older, well-kept complex with variability between units. Some condos are modern; others feel dated or need a deeper clean, and occasional maintenance hiccups (sticky sliders, appliance issues) crop up but are usually addressed quickly. Air conditioning differs by unit—some have split AC in living room and bedroom, others only in the living room, and a few rely on ocean breezes and fans—so confirm if cooling is important, especially in warmer months. Honl’s Beach is small and often rocky (great for surfing and people-watching, less for casual swimming), and a handful of reviewers noted road noise or the presence of unhoused individuals near the adjacent park, typically not disruptive. If you pick an updated, oceanfront unit that matches your AC and location preferences, Kona Reef delivers the classic Kona experience: easy days by the water, spectacular sunsets, and effortless access to town.

This summary is based on a comprehensive analysis of 1000 reviews

Recent Kona Reef Reviews


Condo is clean, updated, and well appointed. Location was perfect - easy walk to the shops and easy to get out of town for exploring. Beautiful views without even leaving the property (but why wouldn’t you?)!Will by my first choice next trip to the island. Highly recommend you checking out this condo - you won’t be disappointed!
William L.
July 2026

Great location. Close to everything.
Carlito D.
July 2026

The view from the balcony was magical! The ocean was sooo close, crashing the shore right below the balcony. The view from the balcony offered views of gorgeous sunsets in the evening and fun surfboader watching in the mornings!
brenda j.
July 2026

great place for the price. lots of construction noise, but we were warned about that. would recommend
Jeremy P.
July 2026

Great location. Nice pool and grill area.
LaRae E.
July 2026

Great views and convenient location to town are the best parts of the condo. I appreciated the use of beach chairs, umbrella and cooler.However, AC didn't work well - condo never truly cooled off. Glass tables looked like they hadn't been properly cleaned in a long while. Pocket door to master bath was completely caked with dust. Condo needs updating and thorough cleaning of carpets and windows.We have stayed at several good condos at Kona Reef complex that have the same great views, clean, use of beach gear and properly working AC - I would suggest for the amount of money you spend to rent A11 check out other condos available from Kona Reef.
Tim B.
July 2026

The owner was great to work with. Any question that I had, Leslie responded quickly. If I ever go back, I will definitely consider using this property again.
Franklin H.
July 2026

Great 1 bedroom condo. The views from the lanai were picture perfect. Condo had everything we needed for a perfect stay. We used the pool a few times and were very happy with the amenities. Communication was great and checking in was super smooth.
Jason R.
July 2026

Enjoyed our stay.Great location easy walk into town for shopping and restaurants.Pool was very nice overlooking the ocean. Condo was clean and well equipped. It had plenty of beach equipment including coolers. The kitchen had everything you need if you want to cook. Management company was very communicative on how to check in, directions and check out procedures.We would stay here again.
Tina l.
July 2026

We loved staying here in condo F13 in June/July 2026. This is an older building, so if you are picky about minor signs of age around the property, you might notice. We did not mind at all. The actual unit F13 is updated and comfortable and convenient. There is cute Hawaii art around. The current flowered sofa bed looked like such a small couch when we walked in, but folded out super easily into a great bed. Slept an adult very comfortably. There is only an a/c unit in the living room (bedroom is in back of condo) but it was powerful and cooled the house so well so quickly. The place stayed cool, too, we only used the a/c for a tiny bit of each day. Balcony view is awesome. Balcony is big for two and we enjoyed breakfast watching surfers every day. Walk down to the grass/beach for full sunset view. Kitchen had all we needed and cooking was easy. Loved having washer and dryer! Used the beach towels and the snorkel gear that was on the porch. Host was super fast to respond to any question. This location was the huge seller for me and I was right. Seven min walk to great breakfast and dinner and shave ice. Next to a beach (pretty, great for watching surfers, not really a swimming beach or family beach - we drove to those). Great for walking/running on Ali'i drive in the morning. Perfect for couple or couple and a friend/kid. Would need to be comfy being cozy in a small space if you were a family. We had a great trip. :)
Bryn Q.
July 2026

This condo was great! Comfortably fit our family of 4. Beds and linens were great. Kitchen was perfectly appointed. Location was everything! Right next to small public beach and short walk to great shops and restaurants. Pool was nice and warm in June. Highly recommend!
Susan M.
July 2026

Property is nice and ideally located. Management is very communicative. Unit could be updated. Otherwise great stay.
Blair S.
July 2026

Very nice stay! The condo had everything we needed, views were beautiful. No trouble parking and very close to walk into the busy areas, but quiet at the condo. Nice pool and hot tub!
Elizabeth D.
July 2026

Great location and overall property was good. I was troubled by the broken screen door to the deck and the sliding door to the deck was hard to open and close. The overall property is undergoing renovation so there was construction noise at times. The view was awesome.
Richard S.
July 2026

VERY well stocked property! They had everything we needed beyond our food, drinks, etc. Much appreciated!
Steve L.
July 2026

I'm almost lost for words, this property, if anything is underrated. We had a fantastic stay, close to everything, the view every morning was simply astonishing,everything we needed was already there, highly recommended thankyou for sharing this property with us.Joseph & Annette- New Zealand
Joseph J.
July 2026

Location was great, view and beach access was also great. Host was very communicative before trip and let us know of construction that would be going on (didn't bother us but appreciated the thought). Hopeful for future guests that this was a one off, but we were informed it had been vacant for about a month prior to us staying. Likely because of that, there were roaches in the kitchen area. It is a ground level unit so that might not have helped either. We probably killed (or tried to) a dozen roaches when there. It was gross but besides that everything else was in good order. Great AC. Also great coffee shop down the way called Berry Bird. Great location and walkable to most everything you could need.
Kaleb C.
July 2026

Beautiful property and breathtaking view of the ocean from our balcony. Loved that we were on the 3rd floor. Pool and grounds were clean, having a grill to cook on was an added bonus.
Anthony K.
July 2026

Everything was good
MANUEL
July 2026

The construction noise was very annoying. We had to change units because they started working on our unit while we were there and that was not supposed to happen. The company managing everything was very nice - not their fault. Just disappointing.
Anne C.
July 2026

Superb location in Kona. We really enjoyed sitting on the balcony and watching/listening to the ocean crash into the rocks below. Sunsets very spectacular. Apartment had everything we needed including ceiling fans, which really helped keep us cool. Within easy walking distance of coffee shops, good restaurants and other shops. Stores like Safeway and Walmart only about a 10-15 min drive away. Communication with hosts was also very good. Strongly recommended.
Jeff B.
July 2026

Property clean, with great location to walk to town. Easy to communicate with property management. Linens, towels, and beds comfortable. The only improvements I would make would be two things. Update window unit to a mini split to better cool whole condo and be much more energy efficient. And replace the indoor couch which is actually outdoor furniture with a comfortable indoor resort style couch. My husband recommends a 23000 BTU mini split air conditioner from Amazon for 1000.
Cassandra B.
June 2026

Property is great, condo is stocked well, linens, towels, and beds are good quality and made stay very comfortable. The only thing I would recommend to owner is to update air conditioner to a mini split for better cool air coverage and efficiency. The property manager was always responsive and accommodating to all requests. Will return next year and definitely stay here if condo is available.
Cassandra B.
June 2026

What a wonderful condo! The ocean view cannot be beat. It was SO convenient to walk to amazing restaurants and beach activities. The condo was comfortable with cute decor and lovely air conditioning and was spotless. We'd definitely stay here again!
Pamela G.
June 2026

We had a great experience! It was close to everything and clean. Laundry was a bonus
Lydia W.
June 2026

We loved this condo. It had everything that we needed and the view right onto the ocean waves and daily entertainment watching the surfers cannot be beat. I'm one to overthink everything so I compared all the available units and I was so glad I picked this one because of the location. The parking was a breeze - never had any issues. The pool and hot tub were always spotless and clean. The condo had everything we needed. Bruce's communications were clear and he answered all of my questions. We thought the location was great. Just a little walk up the street to a bunch of restaurants. Always seemed safe and everyone we saw nearby was very nice. Thank you!
Nancy W.
June 2026

The host was wonderful, clearly communicating the renovation impact - which was none.
Bud N.
June 2026

Absolutely loved the condo and the location. Very clean and the check-in consisted of entering a code and walking in. Upon my next trip to the big island, this condo will be the first place I look. Communication with Jim was awesome and he truly cared about my families visit. I brought my own snorkeling gear, but the condo had nicer gear than mine. The condo also had all the beach gear that we needed. Mahalo Jim
PICSBYJLM
June 2026

Beautifully renovated property with great amenities and available beach gear. Walking distance to some fun restaurants and Kona town shops. Highly recommended
Wendy K.
June 2026

We’ve stayed here a few times, and every visit has been wonderful. The location is incredibly convenient, making it easy to explore the area while still enjoying a peaceful retreat. The property has everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and the breathtaking views never get old. Waking up to such beautiful, tranquil scenery is one of our favorite parts of staying here. We always look forward to coming back!
Elizabeth H.
June 2026

The accommodation itself had a great location and was very comfortable and well maintained. Communication with the host was excellent and very smooth throughout our stay. It was also especially convenient that beach essentials and simple everyday supplies were provided in the accommodation, which made the stay even more enjoyable and hassle-free.
Dawun H.
June 2026

Great spot five minute walk to downtown. Wonderful back porch right on the water pool area lovely hot tub, and barbecue area steps from the front door. Perfect base camp for exploring the whole island.
John K.
June 2026

Lovely, quiet, bright condo *perfectly* kitted out - cooking & dining gear, linens, water fun, even little niceties like a scale, extra hangers, vacuum, coasters, ice maker... Cieling fans minimize the need for a/c & sea breezes waft through the screen doors. Host is responsive & pleasant. Parking is safe & convenient - which is especially nice as cafes, beaches, dive shops, etc. are an easy walk. Pool area is terrific & sea view is gorgeous. Great place, great host. Aloha!
Adonica G.
June 2026

Good location, easy to walk into town for shops and restaurants, relatively equidistance for activities down at Captain Cook and up north resorts and beaches. Nice little beach next door good for boogie boarding (I would say not for beginners/novice).
Scott B.
June 2026

The condo was very clean. I wish there was more towels and wash cloths for a week stay. The pillows could use some updating as well as the couch, not the most comfortable. Bed was reasonably comfortable. Great location and beautiful view. Enjoyed watching surfers and having drinks on the private patio
Jennifer Y.
June 2026

The unit was perfect for the two of us. We had everything we needed and more. There were nice little touches provided. We spent most of our time sitting out on the lanai. Of course we knew it looked over a small beach, but what we didn’t know is that it is a world renowned beach! It’s the birthplace of the boogie board! In fact, we woke up on our first morning watching tents and scaffolding being setup on the beach. We got an unexpected opportunity that day to watch a kids bodyboard competition. We sat all afternoon watching these kids in some incredible waves. What a treat!Having said that, being at this particular beach did have a drawback. If you’re looking for absolute peace and quiet, this isn’t it. There is not a gentle crashing of waves to lull you to sleep. More like constant crashing. You definitely won’t want to leave the windows open to sleep, but using the air conditioning helps take care of it!It’s not a hard walk, about 10 minutes for us slow walkers to get to into Kona Town with plenty of choices for good eats.
Tom G.
June 2026

Spacious and comfortable, clean and well equipped condo! Host was gracious and very responsive. Beautiful ocean and sunset views! Walking distance to restaurants, shops and entertainment. Would definitely stay here again!
Thomas K.
June 2026

Great location! It was so wonderful to be right on the water and within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants in Kona. Grateful for the construction discount due to support on the balcony which made it difficult to see the sunsets. And the noise from the construction wasn’t too bad. I would stay there again.
Angelina H.
June 2026

Comfortable condo with a great location and ocean view. Host answered all questions promptly. We would stay there again.
Barbara W.
June 2026

Amazing condo was a wonderful view! Very well equipped and super clean and modern
Douglas P.
June 2026

Condo is as described. Amazing views and close to everything.
Jason F.
June 2026

Best View!!! Spacious Condo. Clean and well appointed
KIMBERLEY R.
June 2026

Absolutely loved our stay. The views were fantastic and easy access to the public beach and Kona. Would 100% stay again!
JAMES E.
June 2026

The condo was exactly as pictured. Beautiful view of the ocean and the pool area was wonderful. Had all the amenities that one would need. Great location. Easy walk to downtown. The family had a fantastic time!
Francine T.
June 2026

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This condo has it al, location, location, location (and laundry!). The perfect location to walk to Kona where trust me, there is NO parking. The waves crash on the lava just under the lanai, the parking at the condo is cool and plentiful underground. The condo has everything you need and did I mention the location?! Perfect!!
John A.
June 2026

This property has incredible views. The unit is well-appointed and comfortable. We cooked most days and found the kitchen well-stocked and the gas grills very useful. The lanai views are amazing! We saw cruise ships, boats, surfers, parasailing, fish, birds, and even a monk seal! Watching the waves was so relaxing. We had excellent communication with the owner. We noticed a few small items upon arrival (batteries weak in the door lock, a screen door that would not completely close, and a ceiling fan that was not working). We notified the owner, and they responded immediately. The items were repaired quickly and professionally. We stayed for 2-1/2 weeks and will definitely be back to this unit. Thank you to the owner for providing a wonderful getaway in paradise. Aloha!
Leigh Ann S.
June 2026

We had a lovely stay here. Great location and an easy walk to town. Very comfortable. We had a problem with the parking pass but the host helped us resolve it. We didn’t have a printer to print it. The condo was perfect for a couple. The view was gorgeous.
Jessica K.
June 2026

Great location
sandra N.
June 2026

Lovely location and we plan to stay there again!
David P.
June 2026

The condo did not represent the photos of it but it all worked out a could have days later. Things got fixed quickly.
Cindy S.
June 2026


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